"We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us"
On Friday, October 20th we left Meridian and made the drive over to Brownwood. While short in distance the drive was eventful and stressful due to construction. We have been here more time than we can remember, as comfortable as a pair of slippers. There was a family reunion or two taking place so it was fun observing them. Not surprisingly the lake was low. We enjoyed a quick visit over to Coleman to relive some memories as many relatives are buried there.
On Tuesday, October 17th we returned to this park after many years. The lake was very low like most lakes in Texas. However the facilities were in great shape and we enjoyed some hiking and nature in general. We were surprised it was not under burn ban so we had a campfire, first in a very long time. Nice park we plan to return to.
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We decided to return to Junction due mainly to its close proximity to home. Much warmer than in April but still an enjoyable visit. New mods to Veronica performed as designed and some confidence was restored. Our last outing was trouble filled and we needed to erase those memories. Weather remains too hot to enjoy getting out so next trip not till October. That trip will take us to Sandpipers and the beginning of the winter season extended stay.
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Best laid plans are often unfulfilled. We were in route to Ruidoso New Mexico when our plans were changed.
Ada Belle Hambric
April 14, 1927 to July 13, 2023
Rest in Peace Mom
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Our spring trip was cut short by family needs. After Goliad we turned back toward home and then to Mansfield to help Mom. With deteriorating health changes had to be made. Multiple trips to Mansfield later we have done what we can.
In mid June we needed to return to the area and decided to combine with camping. We reserved a camping spot at Cleburne State park for three nights. While the trip involved plenty of stress, nights lakeside at the park proved relaxing.
July will be busy with camping trip to Ruidoso New Mexico, followed a week later with trip to Rockport Fulton area. Not much planned for August but have high hopes for September and remainder of the year.
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The Mission Espiritu Santo here at the park was protected by the Presidio La Bahia a mile or so away. The presidio has a long history of conflicts having been fought for it. It was here that Colonel Fannin and 341 of his men were executed under orders of Santa Anna, the Mexican general. It was also here that the woman who came to be known as the "Angel of Goliad" saved so many.
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| Grave of Fannin and his men |
REMEMBER GOLIAD!
We were just relaxing when I remembered I wanted to get shots inside the Mission. It was closed when I went up to it yesterday. Boy am I glad we did. We were in for a special treat we were unaware was taking place.
The choir performed about 10 songs. All wonderful in a wonderful and special setting. A special treat indeed.
gathering rosebuds from sacred ground.
On Friday April 28th we made the move to Goliad state park. We left before the weather got bad and it will reach us before 10pm. We have stopped here 3 or 4 times previously. Nice park with a lot of history.
I had dreaded the route thru San Antonio and it did not disappoint. Was better than expected in some spots, far worse in some unexpected construction zones. Never fun.
First things first.
Scenes of the mission.
More to come from a history rich location...
gathering rosebuds
